Emily Dickinson Lexicon
Definition for SUR-PRIS-ING
SUR-PRIS-ING, ppr.
- Falling on or taking suddenly or unawares; striking with something novel; taking by a sudden or unexpected attack.
- adj. Exciting surprise; extraordinary; of a nature to excite wonder and astonishment; as, surprising bravery; surprising patience; a surprising escape from danger.
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